Warren Thompson's training philosophy and methods are adapted from Bill and Tom Dorrance, Ray Hunt, Pat Parelli, John Lyons, Dennis Reis, Clinton Anderson, Curt Pate, and Marty Marten.
The training facility, located near Sterling, Colorado, has clean, neat, safe
Exercises include:
1. head position for catching, haltering and brideling
2. leading with feel - forwards, backwoard, right and left
3. shoulder and hip piviots - right and left
4. lateral and vertical flexion
5. following hand direction - forward and reverse
6. acceptance of objectionable materials
ie: accepting flags, plastic bags and lariats or a tarp on the ground
and over the saddle
7. standing quietly for saddling and mounting
8. waiting patiently for cue
9. responding with a float in the reins
pens and a good enviroment for training.
Warren's training focuses on developing and maintaining feel, timing and balance. Training requires regular, consistent exercises, including ground work.
The ultimate goal is to teach the horses to be patient, accept leadership, and to respect and trust the rider.
Training
Warren & Sandy Thompson
7092 CR 37
Atwood, Colorado 80722
(970) 522-2431
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